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Submit abstract - DHS Research Day 2026
Submit abstract - DHS Research Day 2026
Join us for DHS Research Day, a celebration of the bold ideas, innovative research, and creative practices shaping the future of health and society. This event is a unique opportunity for faculty, staff, and students to connect, exchange knowledge, and showcase the transformative work being led by DHS students.
What former Olympians and people who avoid exercise can teach us about ‘aging well’ | University of Toronto Scarborough News
What former Olympians and people who avoid exercise can teach us about ‘aging well’ | University of Toronto Scarborough News
Michelle Silver’s new book began with a simple question: could former elite athletes reveal important insights behind aging well? While researching how different people approach retirement, she stayed in touch with professional athletes and coaches and wondered if their early physical training might offer lessons for later life.
New report co-authored by DHS professor tackles pros and cons of using AI to generate multiple choice questions in health education | Department of Health and Society
New report co-authored by DHS professor tackles pros and cons of using AI to generate multiple choice questions in health education | Department of Health and Society
AI-generated multiple-choice questions present opportunities to enhance assessment practices in health education, but human oversight is a must, says a new report co-authored by DHS Professor Christine Wong.
Talking Across Our Differences registration form
Talking Across Our Differences registration form
Book Launch & Fireside Chat: Scaling Up Health Innovations in Africa
Book Launch & Fireside Chat: Scaling Up Health Innovations in Africa
A Fireside Chat on Scaling Up Health Innovations in Africa.Join Dr. Andrea Charise (University of Toronto) in conversation with author Dr. Obidimma Ezezika on the stories and lessons behind Scaling Up Health Innovations in Africa.For students, practitioners, and anyone interested in global health, leadership, and innovation.
U of T research collaboration creating game to support Kichwa Indigenous youth mental health in Ecuador
U of T research collaboration creating game to support Kichwa Indigenous youth mental health in Ecuador
A new project aims to create a culturally grounded game to help support the mental health of youth of the Kichwa Indigenous group in Ecuador.
Professor Brown receives renewal of Canada Research Chair
Professor Brown receives renewal of Canada Research Chair
Assistant Professor - Climate and Community Health Equity Job Details
Assistant Professor - Climate and Community Health Equity Job Details
NVivo Skills Workshop
NVivo Skills Workshop
Curious about NVivo? Join this hands-on workshop to learn the basics of qualitative data management software—from navigating the platform to coding and analyzing your data. A great intro for beginners and, yes, snacks are included!
Catalyst Seminar Series - November Tickets, Tue, Nov 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite
Catalyst Seminar Series - November Tickets, Tue, Nov 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite
Join IHEP for a dynamic seminar series showcasing groundbreaking research from our Catalyst and Research Development Grants.
DHS Instructors receive UTSC Teaching Awards
DHS Instructors receive UTSC Teaching Awards
Two course instructors in the Department of Health and Society have received the UTSC Teaching Award.
Prof. Brown receives 2024-25 Connaught Mid-Career Researcher Award
Prof. Brown receives 2024-25 Connaught Mid-Career Researcher Award
A Department of Health and Society professor has received the 2024-25 Connaught Mid-Career Researcher Award.
Book Launch for Cassandra Hartblay's Access Vernaculars
Book Launch for Cassandra Hartblay's Access Vernaculars
Meet your Academic Advisor
Meet your Academic Advisor
On Fridays, Naresh Sritharan (HBSc, M.Ed), Academic Advisor, will be available to support you with your academic needs for the Fall term. He will be available for drop-ins in the morning from 10am to 12pm and will hold academic advising and learning skills & strategies sessions with students through appointments at 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm.
Project to measure industrial contaminants in Indigenous food sources gains funding
Project to measure industrial contaminants in Indigenous food sources gains funding
Traditional foods are central to Indigenous culture, nutrition, and food security, but communities in northern British Columbia are becoming concerned that industrial expansion and the energy industry may pose a threat to their food sources and the health of people living in the area.
New research to use Indigenous cultural practices in diabetes prevention receives Canadian government grant
New research to use Indigenous cultural practices in diabetes prevention receives Canadian government grant
A new project from Assistant Professor Anita Benoit using Indigenous cultural activities in diabetes prevention and education has received a prestigious grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
DHS lecturer named one of Canada’s top immigrants
DHS lecturer named one of Canada’s top immigrants
A DHS sessional lecturer has been honoured by Canadian Immigrant as one of the country’s Top 25 Immigrants for 2025.
Meet your Academic Advisor
Meet your Academic Advisor
On Fridays, Naresh Sritharan (HBSc, M.Ed), Academic Advisor, will be available to support you with your academic needs for the Fall term. He will be available for drop-ins in the morning from 10am to 12pm and will hold academic advising and learning skills & strategies sessions with students through appointments at 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm.
Yassine Belghiti receives Prudential Spirit Award
Yassine Belghiti receives Prudential Spirit Award
A DHS student has received the Prudential Spirit Award for community leadership.
New book from DHS Prof explores aging with agility
New book from DHS Prof explores aging with agility
Exhibit spotlights stories of memory and resilience in women with cancer risk
Exhibit spotlights stories of memory and resilience in women with cancer risk
Francine Gasasira wins 2025 DHS Black Student Excellence Award
Francine Gasasira wins 2025 DHS Black Student Excellence Award
Congratulations to our Leadership Award winners
Congratulations to our Leadership Award winners
Meet our DHS Community Engagement Award winners
Meet our DHS Community Engagement Award winners
DHS Professor aims to boost HIV awareness among Black men
DHS Professor aims to boost HIV awareness among Black men
Lifecourse, Aging and Retirement award winners
Lifecourse, Aging and Retirement award winners
Towards a Research Agenda on Aging in Cities
Towards a Research Agenda on Aging in Cities
Celebrating Indigenous Mindfulness: Beading for Balance
Celebrating Indigenous Mindfulness: Beading for Balance
Prof. Notisha Massaquoi receives New Scholar Award
Prof. Notisha Massaquoi receives New Scholar Award
Professor Brown receives Principal’s Impact Award
Professor Brown receives Principal’s Impact Award
DHS Research Day
DHS Research Day
UTSC Department of Health and Society | LinkedIn
UTSC Department of Health and Society | LinkedIn
DHS Professor part of project applying Indigenous and community-based approaches to chemical risk management
DHS Professor part of project applying Indigenous and community-based approaches to chemical risk management
Black Excellence in STEMM Sign Up Form
Black Excellence in STEMM Sign Up Form
DHS Research Day 2025, “Transforming Tomorrow Together: Showcasing Student Excellence in Research and Practice” | Department of Health and Society
DHS Research Day 2025, “Transforming Tomorrow Together: Showcasing Student Excellence in Research and Practice” | Department of Health and Society
Keynote Talk: Black Histories Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
Keynote Talk: Black Histories Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
REDress Reflective Walk SignUp Form
REDress Reflective Walk SignUp Form
Black Student Excellence Award | Department of Health and Society
Black Student Excellence Award | Department of Health and Society
Community Engagement Award | Department of Health and Society
Community Engagement Award | Department of Health and Society
DHS Leadership Award | Department of Health and Society
DHS Leadership Award | Department of Health and Society
Brunch n’ Learn about AI | Department of Health and Society
Brunch n’ Learn about AI | Department of Health and Society
REGISTRATION: Level Up Your Research Game: An Introduction to Research in Health Sciences
REGISTRATION: Level Up Your Research Game: An Introduction to Research in Health Sciences
Walter Tavares awarded King’s Coronation Medal | Department of Health and Society
Walter Tavares awarded King’s Coronation Medal | Department of Health and Society
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - December 2024
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - December 2024
New certificate to give students edge in allied health professions | Department of Health and Society
New certificate to give students edge in allied health professions | Department of Health and Society
Exhibition explores personal stories of living with memory issues after ovarian removal | Department of Health and Society
Exhibition explores personal stories of living with memory issues after ovarian removal | Department of Health and Society
DHS alumni takes on Scarborough health inequities in new blog | Department of Health and Society
DHS alumni takes on Scarborough health inequities in new blog | Department of Health and Society
A Day in the Life of a Social Worker
A Day in the Life of a Social Worker
Meet your librarian, Nicole Slattery!
Meet your librarian, Nicole Slattery!
DHS lecturer receives UTSC Teaching Award | Department of Health and Society
DHS lecturer receives UTSC Teaching Award | Department of Health and Society
Certificate in Pathways to Health Professions | Department of Health and Society
Certificate in Pathways to Health Professions | Department of Health and Society
1 in 8 pregnant people have a disability, but significant gaps exist in the provision of accessible care | Department of Health and Society
1 in 8 pregnant people have a disability, but significant gaps exist in the provision of accessible care | Department of Health and Society
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - June 2024
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - June 2024
New paramedicine model to improve access to primary healthcare | Department of Health and Society
New paramedicine model to improve access to primary healthcare | Department of Health and Society
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - May 2024
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - May 2024
DHS Professor Receives Principal’s Impact Award | Department of Health and Society
DHS Professor Receives Principal’s Impact Award | Department of Health and Society
Professor Élyse Caron-Beaudoin receives New Scholar Award
Professor Élyse Caron-Beaudoin receives New Scholar Award
Almost half of queer people in GTA experienced food insecurity during pandemic, survey finds
Almost half of queer people in GTA experienced food insecurity during pandemic, survey finds
Congratulations to our 2024 DHS Black Student Excellence Award winners
Congratulations to our 2024 DHS Black Student Excellence Award winners
Final Allied Health event of term examines Physician Assistant careers | Department of Health and Society
Final Allied Health event of term examines Physician Assistant careers | Department of Health and Society
Essay Award Competition | Department of Health and Society
Essay Award Competition | Department of Health and Society
Health Equity: The Way Forward
Health Equity: The Way Forward
DHS student awarded John H. Moss Scholarship | Department of Health and Society
DHS student awarded John H. Moss Scholarship | Department of Health and Society
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - February 2024
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - February 2024
Allied Health Speaker Series examines careers in occupational therapy | Department of Health and Society
Allied Health Speaker Series examines careers in occupational therapy | Department of Health and Society
Undergraduate Research & Creative Opportunities | University of Toronto Scarborough Campus
Undergraduate Research & Creative Opportunities | University of Toronto Scarborough Campus
Black Student Excellence Award | Department of Health and Society
Black Student Excellence Award | Department of Health and Society
DHS mourns the passing of Peter H. Russell (1932-2024)
DHS mourns the passing of Peter H. Russell (1932-2024)
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - January 2024
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - January 2024
Undergraduate Workshop series returns for winter term | Department of Health and Society
Undergraduate Workshop series returns for winter term | Department of Health and Society
Allied Health Q&A - Primary Care Services and Nutrition with Tameika Shaw
Allied Health Q&A - Primary Care Services and Nutrition with Tameika Shaw
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - December 2023
Department of Health and Society Newsletter - December 2023
Professor Laura Bisaillon wins Canadian Studies Network Best Book Prize | Department of Health and Society
Professor Laura Bisaillon wins Canadian Studies Network Best Book Prize | Department of Health and Society
DHS alumni returns to UTSC as Scholar in Residence | Department of Health and Society
DHS alumni returns to UTSC as Scholar in Residence | Department of Health and Society
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Prof. Élyse Caron-Beaudoin receives NSERC grants
Prof. Élyse Caron-Beaudoin receives NSERC grants
Creating a roadmap to eliminate anti-Black racism in health care
Creating a roadmap to eliminate anti-Black racism in health care
Dr. Camden receives CIHR grant
Dr. Camden receives CIHR grant
Modern Day Griot Project Application
Modern Day Griot Project Application
Orange Shirt Day events at UTSC
Orange Shirt Day events at UTSC
DHS Allied Health Speaker Series - Nursing and Nursing Administration
DHS Allied Health Speaker Series - Nursing and Nursing Administration
Redesigning Paramedicine in Canada - CIHR grant
Redesigning Paramedicine in Canada - CIHR grant
Jessica Bytautas receives UTSC Teaching Award
Jessica Bytautas receives UTSC Teaching Award
Department of Health and Society proud to announce Essay Award winners
Department of Health and Society proud to announce Essay Award winners
Screening Out wins Honorable Mention at Canadian Sociology Book Awards
Screening Out wins Honorable Mention at Canadian Sociology Book Awards
Department of Health and Society to lead Paramedicine program
Department of Health and Society to lead Paramedicine program
Ethnographic approaches to Global Disability Studies: Kinship, Value, and Care - Register here
Ethnographic approaches to Global Disability Studies: Kinship, Value, and Care - Register here
Siham Mohamud receives EPIC Summer Studentship
Siham Mohamud receives EPIC Summer Studentship
DHS Professor investigates the “Retirement Paradox” in new article
DHS Professor investigates the “Retirement Paradox” in new article
DHS student wins prestigious scholarship
DHS student wins prestigious scholarship
“My lived experience matters”: Working with people with disabilities to improve equity in pregnancy care
“My lived experience matters”: Working with people with disabilities to improve equity in pregnancy care
Communities’ observations to inform environmental health research: example of Northeast British Columbia
Communities’ observations to inform environmental health research: example of Northeast British Columbia
New roadmap needed to close knowledge gap in perinatal care for people with disabilities
New roadmap needed to close knowledge gap in perinatal care for people with disabilities
Grants from the Centre for Global Disability Studies
Grants from the Centre for Global Disability Studies
Laura Bisaillon - Barely Known Aspect of Canada’s Immigration System: Doctoring, Lawyering and Administering Medical Exclusion
Laura Bisaillon - Barely Known Aspect of Canada’s Immigration System: Doctoring, Lawyering and Administering Medical Exclusion
DHS Professor receives medical educator award
DHS Professor receives medical educator award
DHS announces winners of 2022/23 Black Student Excellence Award
DHS announces winners of 2022/23 Black Student Excellence Award
Essay Award Competition, Winter 2023 - Register now!
Essay Award Competition, Winter 2023 - Register now!
Black Histories Wikipedia & Wikidata Edit-a-thon (2023)
Black Histories Wikipedia & Wikidata Edit-a-thon (2023)
Role of air quality in asthma prevalence under the microscope
Role of air quality in asthma prevalence under the microscope
Researcher studying link between pregnancy complications and autoimmune diseases with prestigious fellowship
Researcher studying link between pregnancy complications and autoimmune diseases with prestigious fellowship
The Centre for Global Disability Studies celebrates the first cohort of Graduate Student Summer Research Fellows
The Centre for Global Disability Studies celebrates the first cohort of Graduate Student Summer Research Fellows
Black Student Excellence Award
Black Student Excellence Award
CLiFF 2022 - Book Tickets for "The Unmaking of Medical Inadmissability"
CLiFF 2022 - Book Tickets for "The Unmaking of Medical Inadmissability"
DHS Prof’s film makes festival debut
DHS Prof’s film makes festival debut
Access as Convenience?: Tracing Russophone vocabularies of disability access from the late Soviet period to the 2010s
Access as Convenience?: Tracing Russophone vocabularies of disability access from the late Soviet period to the 2010s
DHS Professor part of award-winning team showing dementia in new light
DHS Professor part of award-winning team showing dementia in new light
A Prescription for Equality: Addressing the Racial Gap in Canadian Health Care - Register here
A Prescription for Equality: Addressing the Racial Gap in Canadian Health Care - Register here
Unique new lab to provide “Gold Standard of HIV care” for Black community in Scarborough
Unique new lab to provide “Gold Standard of HIV care” for Black community in Scarborough
Health and Society Events
Health and Society Events
Alumni Profiles
Alumni Profiles
ONTARIO HEALTH: COVID-19 Testing
ONTARIO HEALTH: COVID-19 Testing
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Official Department Website
DHS is Hiring!
DHS is Hiring!
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